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Utilities Updates: Watson; Pulldown Folders; XChar; iMsafe;

Utilities Updates: Watson; Pulldown Folders; XChar; iMsafe;

CNET staff
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Print Magic X; Spring Cleaning; more

Watson 1.5.3 is an Aqua desktop interface to various Web services. This version addresses an issue with downloading and installing third-party tools.

Pulldown Folders 1.1 allows users to navigate the directory tree with a single click. This update adds speed improvements and other performance enhancements.

XChar 2.0 is a tool to use uncommon characters without knowing the key combo. This new version adds compatibility for applications which do not support Drag and Drop, and allows copying the font and style along with the character. It also fixes bugs and improves the interface.

iMsafe 1.8 is a backup and file synchronization utility. This version enables several tasks to run at the same time, and it adds a new "last run:" display and backup engine improvements.

PrintMagic X 1.1 allows users more control of items to be printed. In this release, window locations are saved between launches, and it fixes a bug with the Page Setup dialog appearing in the background.

Aladdin Spring Cleaning 5.0 is an uninstaller and file identification and removal tool. This version adds drag and drop support, customizable searches, an improved cookie editor, a system menu for OS X, root access allowances, and extended search features. [OS 9 & X] 

SpeedMeUp Pro 1.4 runs the update_prebindings command at regular intervals to improve performance. With this release, the script is now an AppleScript Studio application. 

ChangeDesktop 2.0.1 changes Desktop picture randomly. It adds the ability to start and stop from the menu extra, fixes a bug with Remote Access, as well as several other bugs.

Alarm Clock Pro 5.5 is an MP3 alarm clock, timer, calendar, to do list, and reminder utility. This version adds a host of new features, bug fixes, and interface improvements. [OS 9 & X]

Stone Studio 05-20-2002 is a suite of 7 apps for design to web and print. This release fixes the trial license.

Create 10.5.6 is a Web authoring, page layout and illustration application. This update also fixes the trial license.

AutoCat 3.0.5 creates disk catalogs navigable through the Finder and open boxes. No word on what is new in this update. [OS 9 & X]